Xaquin44
New Member
I thought at least he would be a hero of yours given the continued ninja references.
nah, I just thought of a crazy scenario and ran with it.
nah, I just thought of a crazy scenario and ran with it.
Xaquin44
New Member
Well, folks, I think he's got us there!
I should amend that to say 'in public'
seriously though, that is my reason.
I used to live on rt. 6, and to get into my driveway I'd have to make a left. You'd think people who drive would recognize what a turn signal is. Nearly everyday though I'd see people slam on their brakes and curse me despite my use of a turn signal an slow breaking to turn into my driveway. People like that (and I'd say this happened about 70% of the time -being nice-), the people who can't grasp the events of a simple left turn, should not be allowed to carry a deadly weapon.
not because it isn't their right, but because they are idiots.
The second amendment says we have a right to bear arms, but it does not restrict goverment from regulating that. We already pre-screen who gets to use the second amendment by not allowing convicted criminals to posses guns although they have done their time, children under the age of eighteen, although they are citizens.
The first amendment garauntees free speech, but you can't go into a crowded movie theater and scream fire!
I don't understand why someone wouldn't want a person who might obtain a gun to go through a background check? I'm not even advocating a check each time. I'm saying that you go through a psychological examination, a background check and possibly a polygraph examination and then obtain a permit to carry a gun where ever you want.
That is how I obtained my ability to carry a gun where ever I like!
I WAS RAPED WHEN I WAS 14 YOU AZZ!
. Having a gun in the house would not have made any difference for me.
Being liberal and/or choosing not to own a gun has jack sheet to do with never having been the victim of a crime.
Lugnut
I'm Rick James #####!
You've been robbed AND raped and you choose not to own a gun. OK Some people simply do not like guns no matter what. I can accept that.
Have you taken other precautions for your safety or ensure you're not victimized again?
Chain729
CageKicker Extraordinaire
She stopped shaving, bathing, walks around in rags and drives a POS car? :shrug:
Read my other post. I've had 20 years to learn how not to be a target. Mine was a crime of opportunity. Some high on whatever guy knocked on my front door by mistake and then just decided to grab me. I would not have had an opportunity to even grab a gun if it had been in the house.
Most victims are attacked by aquaitances/dates, not random burglars in the night. In fact- most people that are murdered are killed by people they know. What good would it do for me to have a gun around? Unless The CRE Serial Killer is on the loose I don't really have a need for one. And yes, I have handled firearms before.
The robbery was while I was working as a store clerk (although I was not at the register that was hit). We did as the company had trained us. No one was hurt. Gun would not have changed the outcome.
Lugnut
I'm Rick James #####!
I've seen nothing in any of your posts that would indicate you've taken any steps at all to ensure your safety. That's truly a shame.
Pepper spray, pocket knife, trained protection dog, karate classes... Hell just general physical fitness? Anything at all that might be remotely helpful in an emergency???
Then you need to take a reading comprehension course. I simply do not allow myself to be an easy target. The most effective self defense weapons you have are your eyes, ears, and feet.
I have chosen for personal reasons not to own a gun. I do not feel I am sitting duck without one.
Lugnut
I'm Rick James #####!
I WAS RAPED WHEN I WAS 14 YOU AZZ!
Having a gun in the house would not have made any difference for me.
Being liberal and/or choosing not to own a gun has jack sheet to do with never having been the victim of a crime.
Don't see anything in this thread. Maybe someplace else?:shrug:
Peace, smelly hippy chick!!! I'm not criticizing your choice. Just curious if you really DO take precautions or (like most others) simply pay lip service.
http://forums.somd.com/news-current...row-up-put-your-guns-away-20.html#post3038538
"20 years learning how not to be a target" was not enough of an explanation?
Here I am, someone who was victimized at a young age, and I choose not to have a gun. I was not even old enough to get a learners permit let alone own a gun when it happened. A gun in the house would have made not a bit of difference to me then and I do not feel it would provide any extra security for me now. If I lived in the 'hood or had a crazy ex stalking me maybe it would. But I am in none of those situations. Simple avoidance and not making myself an easy mark are my best protection.
"20 years learning how not to be a target" was not enough of an explanation?
Here I am, someone who was victimized at a young age, and I choose not to have a gun. I was not even old enough to get a learners permit let alone own a gun when it happened. A gun in the house would have made not a bit of difference to me then and I do not feel it would provide any extra security for me now. If I lived in the 'hood or had a crazy ex stalking me maybe it would. But I am in none of those situations. Simple avoidance and not making myself an easy mark are my best protection.
Chain729
CageKicker Extraordinaire
Stating the same crap over and over isn't explaining anything. As you said, reading comprehension. What are you doing? Or if you really need it spoonfed: How are you making yourself "not an easy target?"
Maybe you need the answer spoonfed to you? Here, click away!
crime safety tips - Yahoo! Search Results
I said "your eyes, ears, and feet" are your best protection.
Why do I need to type it all out in minute detail to justify my not having a weapon?
I was a victim of violent crime years ago.
I choose not to own a gun.
Somehow that makes me irresponsible in regards to my own safety?
What a load of crap!
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Chain729
CageKicker Extraordinaire
It's OK. We just chalk it up to more proof that logic and reason aren't your strong suits.
Xaquin44
New Member
duh vegmom.
you need an exosuit to be safe in this world.
If you aren't wearing this, you're practicaly asking for trouble.
http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/geekend/images/powerloader.jpg
Xaquin44
New Member
are you prepared for nuclear winter?
an airplane falling on your car while you are driving it?
lemmings devouring you arms?
there are billions and billions of people on the planet that never have to deal with this, and while that doesn't mean that they shouldn't be prepared or even wary whilst walking down a dark ally in downtown gotham, it doesn't mean that billions of people desperatly need a loaded handgun.
She already told us about her particular encounters and the fact that having a gun wouldn't have helped her in either situation.
edit: belittling her won't change facts, but it does make you look like a jerk.
So it's illogical for someone who has experienced a violent crime to not own a gun?
Is it unreasonable for me to feel safe in my own home sans a cache of firearms?
To even set foot outside without a CCW permit?
To dare think my brain and 5 senses will keep me safe 99.9% of the time?
Does it come in any other colors besides yellow?
Larry Gude
Strung Out
Now...
...we're getting carried away. There are billions and billions who never have to deal with the burden and responsibilities of all kinds of freedoms.
...we're getting carried away. There are billions and billions who never have to deal with the burden and responsibilities of all kinds of freedoms.